Unmatched Technical and Practical Expertise Counterterrorism
HMS has a global reputation in the delivery of highly customized training solutions, field support, research and analysis and consulting services for counterterrorism and integrated counter improvised explosive devices (C-IED). HMS works with military, law enforcement, governments and commercial industry worldwide to identify, manage and minimize the threat posed by terrorism and criminal activity.
Organizations work with us because of our depth of experience, unrivalled knowledge base and dedication to defeating the terrorist threat.
What Makes HMS Different?
Knowledge is power. To maintain a high level of adabtability to changing trends; HMS provides Intelligence-Led Solutions. All technical personnel utilize the HMS exclusive TRITON database in conjunction with all of our services to ensure program relevance.
Innovation. HMS stays ahead of the curve of emerging threats; through the continuous development of programs and products that provide a solution to capabilities gaps in agencies; our mission is to strengthen their ability to counter terrorism and insurgency.
Adaptability. HMS understands that different organizations require specific services to satisfy their individual missions. HMS provides customized services to support each client’s mission goals.
Credibility. HMS has a dedicated staff of technical Subject Matter Experts that all have IED-related, practical experience; this knowledge is leveraged when relating to clients and their needs.
Expertise
"having, involving or displaying special skill or knowledge derived from training or experience" - Merriam-Webster Dictionary Definition of Expert.
It’s simply not enough to have a technical understanding of the weapons and devices employed by terrorists.
HMS subject matter experts, analysts and instructors have decades of collective practical experience— on six continents— in counterterrorism and C-IED programs. Many have held senior positions in the military, law enforcement and corporate realms, and were decorated for their efforts in the fight against terrorism.
HMS is comprised of individuals who have dedicated their careers to the fight against terrorism.
Our Expertise
- Operational command of bomb squads and anti-terrorist operations
- Development of IED Defeat policies and formulation of render-safe procedures
- Development of bomb disposal policies at all levels
- C-IED and SWAT team command
- Contingency and mitigation planning
- Forensic procedures and post-incident investigation
- Biometrics expertise in Touch DNA
- Technical product support for electronic counter measures (ECM)
- Lead Exhibit Officer for Operation ‘ELECTRA’, an internationally recognized Level III exploitation project
- Development and implementation of innovative C-IED training solutions
- Identification of C-IED equipment and technique requirements
- Specialized military roles, which included advising at government crisis briefings
- Involvement in programs to develop and implement techniques for Special Operations
- Extensive relevant language capabilities
- Senior university lecturers in risk and security management
- Leaders in Open source intelligence (OSINT)
- Considerable corporate experience within the defense industry, as well as in the security and communication sectors
- Provided intelligence support to combat operations
- Military, commercial security and academic backgrounds, including experience in military intelligence
- Internationally recognized analysts who are frequently called upon to speak at industry conferences around the world
- Written and produced contingency plans for response to terrorist attacks
- Performed threat and vulnerability assessments in areas including Panama Canal, and facilities in Morocco, Canada, Cote d’Ivoire and Brazil